NOV 23 & 24, 2018 / 7:30 PMNOV 24, 2018 / 2 PM

FEB 15 & 16, 2019 / 7:30 PMFEB 16 & 17, 2019 / 1 PM

This lavish new stage production tells the spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family, once again thrilling audiences with its Tony®, Grammy® and Academy Award® winning Best Score.

MAY 28 & 29, 2019 / 7:30 PM

Broadway’s huge-hearted, high-heeled hit comes to Midland! With songs by Grammy® and Tony®-winning pop icon Cyndi Lauper, this joyous musical celebration is about the friendships we discover, and the belief that you can change the world when you change your mind.

WoW (Windows on the World) Series

Expand your horizons! Artists from around the globe bring their unique artistic heritage to our stage. Learn about different cultures with these “slice of the world” performances, each ending with a free and casual post-show party. Try something new! Have a drink…share a laugh…explore your world!

Russian Renaissance

OCT 16, 2018 / 7 PM

Through stunning performances of everything from tango to folk to jazz, Russian Renaissance is redefining the possibilities of their traditional Russian folk instruments (balalaika, domra/domra alto, button accordion, and balalaika contrabasso) and capturing the attention of audiences worldwide.

JAN 9, 2019 / 7 PM

With vibrant a cappella harmonies set to Brazilian rhythms and a joyous stage show, Ordinarius has breathed new life into Brazil’s most beloved songs, from traditional choros to the music of Carmen Miranda.

FEB 26, 2019 / 7 PM

Exploring the limitless possibilities of the traditional Japanese drum, Kodo is forging new directions: traditional rituals recast as theater. Since the group’s debut at the Berlin Festival in 1981, these percussionist kamikazes really raised the roof on all ﬁve continents.

MAR 16, 2019 / 3 PM

Collage Dance Collective works to inspire the growth of ballet by showcasing a repertoire of relevant choreography and world-class dancers representative of our community.

MIDLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Series

“Music is a universal language, and next season’s repertoire will inspire with its power and beauty. From renowned classics to lesser-known works offering new experiences in symphonic music, our 2018-19 season has something that will speak to everyone.”
– Bohuslav Rattay, Music Director

Seasons of the World

OCT 6, 2018 / 7:30 PM

Elegant, yet fiery guest violinist Chloe Trevor performs Vivaldi’s widely recognized and beloved The Four Seasons fused with the Argentine tango twist of Four Seasons of Buenos Aires. Also on the program is Rachmaninoff’s superb – and sometimes stormy – second symphony.

Reflections on the Mississippi

NOV 3, 2018 / 7:30 PM

MSO principal tuba Mark Cox takes center stage to perform one of only a few compositions written for solo tuba and orchestra. Bookending the soloist are two of Brahms’ enduring works: the dark and moody Tragic Overture and his lush and beautiful second symphony.

DEC 7 & 8, 2018 / 7:30 PM
DEC 8 & 9, 2018 / 3 PM

Leap into the holiday season when Midland Symphony Orchestra and the Grand Rapids Ballet Company present The Nutcracker. From the creative minds behind The Polar Express, Jumanji, Wicked and Sweeney Todd comes a fresh – yet familiar – take on a holiday classic!

Share the magic and rekindle the tradition as Michigan’s only professional ballet company brings this treasured family favorite to life.

FEB 2, 2019 / 7:30 PM

The pride of Bay City and master Gershwin interpreter, Kevin Cole joins the MSO for two rhapsodies for piano. Also on the program, the fifth symphony by one of classical music’s most enigmatic composers.

APR 13, 2019 / 7:30 PM

The Symphony and vocalists from across the region perform Carl Orff’s monumental Carmina Burana. Even if you don’t recognize the name, the haunting melodies of this popular and significant work are known by all.

Student Subscriptions Available!

FOR AS LITTLE AS $5 A CONCERT, you will get the opportunity to hear our very own professional orchestra! You’ll enjoy a fun atmosphere and beautiful music – many tunes that you know, but don’t know you know them.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to be a part of our symphony community! We can’t wait to see you there!

CENTER STAGE THEATRE Series

“The incredible talent in this region allows Center Stage Theatre to do things no other community theater does, from commissioning new works to presenting the greatest plays ever written!”
– Dexter Brigham, Managing Director

The Addams Family

OCT 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27, 2018 / 7:30 PMOCT 14, 21 & 28, 2018 / 3 PM

The Addams kids are growing up and beloved daughter Wednesday has fallen in love with a regular guy from a respectable family. When she invites her beau and his parents for dinner, the Addams family hilariously faces the spooky nightmare they have avoided for hundreds of years: normalcy.

DEC 13, 14 & 15, 2018 / 7:30 PMDEC 15 & 16, 2018 / 3 PM

This original adaptation of the holiday classic breathes fresh life into Dickens’ cherished characters – Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and Bob Cratchit – introducing a new generation to the timeless tale of Scrooge’s transformation from a stingy miser to a man of heart and generosity!

JAN 12, 18 & 19, 2019 / 7:30 PMJAN 13 & 20, 2019 / 3 PM

FEB 15, 16, 22 & 23, 2019 / 7:30 PMFEB 17 & 24, 2019 / 3 PM

Juicy, wicked, and full of guilty fun. Dive into the lives of New York society women struggling to play their expected roles in a world where husbands hold all the power. It’s a heartfelt depiction of romantic rivalry, toxic friendships, and the thousands of supporting roles women play in their own lives.

One of the most enduring shows of all time reimagines the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors. Told entirely through song, the musical follows favorite son Joseph as he is sold into slavery by his brothers, thrown into prison, elevated to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and eventually reunited with his family.

MADE IN MICHIGAN Series

The most significant musicians arising from the Great Lakes Bay Region are back from the “Big City”!

Korie Lee Blossey (Bay City)

SEP 29, 2018 / 7:30 PM

Out of the lamp and onto our stage! Korie, “Genie” in the national tour of Aladdin, takes the stage to sing tunes from the smash musical and other Broadway hits.

MAR 2, 2019 / 7:30 PM

APR 6, 2019 / 7:30 PM

Delve into comedy as Midland native Evan Mills returns with his sketch duo partner, Brittany Flynn, to perform tunes and parodies in an evening of lighthearted fun.

PREMIER CHORAL Series

“The choral subscription provides our audiences with an array of thrilling performances. We’re excited this season to have our ensembles collaborate with some of the finest artists in the world including Broadway star Lexi Lawson, and The King’s Singers a cappella ensemble from England!”
– Dr. Matt Travis, Music Director

Eliza Hamilton’s Song

NOV 10, 2018 / 7:30 PM

The Chorale is joined by Lexi Lawson, currently playing Eliza in Broadway’s Hamilton, to sing us through the revolution using multi-media to tell the story of the life and times of our founders, including the founding of Graham Windham, the nation’s oldest non-profit, non-sectarian child welfare agency. A portion of the proceeds benefit the agency.

DEC 15, 2018 / 7:30 PM

The combined Choirs sing your favorite tunes of the season! This fast-paced, high-energy concert, featuring over 200 voices raised in song, is the perfect way to get in the spirit and enjoy the most wonderful time of year.

FEB 17, 2019 / 6:30 PM

One of the premiere choirs in the world, The King’s Singers will be joined by our own Camerata Singers to perform repertoire ranging from the Renaissance to the Beatles, as well as exciting new commissions.

MORE NIGHTS OUT

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The Drifters, Cornell Gunter’s Coasters, and the Platters

OCT 26, 2018 / 7:30 PM

Three Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legends on the same stage, for one night only! With more than 94 charted records and 34 top hits combined, you’ll hear favorites like Under The Boardwalk, Stand By Me, On Broadway, This Magic Moment, Up On The Roof, Saturday Night At The Movies, Save The Last Dance for Me, Yakety Yak, Charlie Brown, Poison Ivy, Down In Mexico, Only You, Magic Touch, Smoke Gets In Your Eyes, I’m Sorry and many more.

Whose LIVE Anyway?

OCT 28, 2018 / 6:30 PM

It’s like Whose Line Is It Anyway, only it’s Whose LIVE Anyway. Enjoy a completely improvised 90-minute show of games, scenes and songs that will tickle not only your funny bone, but every bone in your body. Bring your suggestions and you might be asked to join the cast on stage! Featuring comedians Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray.

Straight No Chaser

NOV 30, 2018 / 7:30 PM

If the phrase “male a cappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses… think again. Straight No Chaser (SNC) are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase, numerous national TV appearances and proven success with CD releases.

Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense… and with a sense of humor. On the road, Straight No Chaser has built a reputation as an unforgettable live act.

Broadway’s Best Party is turning up the volume to 10! Nominated for five Tony® Awards, including Best Musical, Rock of Ages captures the iconic era that was the big bad 1980s Hollywood. Know What Love Is, Feel the Noise, and Take Your Best Shot at one of the Sunset Strip’s last epic venues, a place where the legendary Stacee Jaxx returns to the stage and rock-n-roll dreamers line up to turn their fantasies into reality.

Featuring the music of hit bands such as Styx, Poisson, Twisted Sister, and Whitesnake among many others, this Tenth Anniversary production features a dynamic new cast revisiting the larger-than-life characters and exhilarating story that turned Rock of Ages into a global phenomenon.

Canada’s first couple of fiddling have captivated audiences all over North America with their exceptional musical skills and obvious joy in performing together. Their own original material fits seamlessly alongside refreshing reinterpretations of traditional and contemporary tunes during an uplifting evening of music.

IMPORTANT INFO

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The Center offers a diverse selection of programs.
Not all productions may appeal to or be appropriate for every person or for all ages. Therefore, patrons are responsible for making informed decisions regarding their ticket purchases. Contact the Ticket Office if you have questions regarding age appropriateness or content.

Everyone must have their own ticket.
Children are always welcome; however, regardless of age and even if you expect a child to sit in an adult’s lap, everyone must have a ticket to enter the venue.

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The Center applies a processing fee to most performance tickets. There is a one-time fee of $10 for renewing subscribers ($15 for new subscriptions or those renewing after May 18) that is specifically used to maintain and upgrade our facilities.

We have wheelchair accessible and no-step seating available.
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